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by Dr. Omer Hudson DDS Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago

Are Vapes banned in Massachusetts?

The sale of flavored vape products has been banned in Massachusetts since June, 2020.

Are Juul pods banned in Massachusetts?

Due to federal regulation, no flavored pods, aside from “tobacco” or “menthol,” can be sold nationally. However, MA's law considers menthol a flavor, so menthol products in MA are also restricted to adult-only smoking bars.

Can you order vape online in Massachusetts?

Mail-order or internet sales of electronic smoking devices prohibited unless retailer requires age-verification and signature by person of legal sales age upon receipt.

Which vapes are being banned?

After a two-year review, the Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday it will ban all vaping and e-cigarette products sold by Juul.

Why is menthol illegal in Massachusetts?

Since June 1, 2020, Massachusetts has banned the sale of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes. When signing the ban into law, Gov. Charlie Baker (R) argued that the ban, which is the broadest in the country, was enacted to limit youth uptake of nicotine products.

Can you ship flavored vapes to Ma?

Massachusetts does not allow us to ship flavored vapor products into their state.

Will the vape mail ban be lifted?

The United States Postal Service has finalized a rule that prohibits the carriage of vaping products via mail. Effective October 21st, 2021, the ruling means that, with a few exceptions, vapers will no longer be able to acquire products online using USPS.

Will FedEx ship vape products?

We prohibit the shipping of tobacco and tobacco products. Even if you have proper licenses and are authorized to ship tobacco products, we will be unable to accept your shipment. Tobacco and all tobacco products cannot be accepted at any FedEx or FedEx Office location.

Are Juul pods banned?

In June 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned all Juul products from being sold or distributed in the U.S. A few days later, the FDA placed a hold on the ban pending more investigation.

Where can I buy menthol Juul pods in Boston?

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Can I order vape juice to Ma?

Massachusetts does not allow us to ship flavored vapor products into their state. Tobacco flavors will continue to be available.

Can you buy puff bars in Massachusetts?

On November 27, 2019, Massachusetts became the first state in the country to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and e-liquids. The law went fully into effect on June 1, 2020, also banning all menthol flavored tobacco products.

When did the vaping ban end?

Public health officials have linked the illnesses to vaping. Although the ban was originally scheduled to lift on Dec. 24, Baker decided to end it early, after state lawmakers last month approved the nation’s strictest tobacco regulations.

Why did Baker ban vaping?

Baker announced the temporary ban in September, citing a lack of information about the cause of a growing number of cases of lung illnesses and some deaths across the country and in Massachusetts. Public health officials have linked the illnesses to vaping.

What happens if a tobacco shop doesn't follow the rules?

If shops aren’t following the rules, then they can be fined thousands of dollars and ordered to temporarily stop selling tobacco products.

What is the new law in Massachusetts?

The new law gives the Massachusetts Department of Public Health some new powers to regulate vaping. That includes the ability to stop sales of any product that officials determine is causing vaping-related lung illness or is a significant threat to public health.

Is there a moratorium on vaping in Massachusetts?

The Cannabis Control Commission regulates the sale of marijuana vaping products in Massachusetts. In November, the CCC put a moratorium on all medical marijuana vape sales. That temporary hold will remain in place even after the state's new nicotine rules take effect. This article was originally published on December 10, 2019.

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